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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1955
Page
1
A turbulent discussion in Texas signals higher taxes as lawmakers push cuts and eliminations to reduce waste. Rep. Wage of Lubbock advocates widening the tax base, while federal pay and mail rate hikes loom. Analysts note growth areas masking rural decline and urge targeted local industry expansion.
Story of Agriculture in Taft Benson to be principal speaker at the 17th meeting of the National Cotton Council January 31 to February 1 at the Shamrock Houston. Chas B Shuman of Sullivan Indiana elected president of the American Farm Bureau operation leads speakers February 10. Samuel L Gibson son of Mr and Mrs W L Gibson promoted to AM2 with Naval Air Force VU 3 stationed at Ream Field San Ysidro California.
The St Joseph's School Club met January 7 in the school auditorium for a brief, productive meeting. They finalized plans for the Tacky Barn Dance at the V F W Hall on January 16 with prizes, refreshments, and a Grand March led by Mr and Mrs Bruno Wenske.
Farmers and other taxpayers must file and pay estimated 1954 taxes by January 17 1955. John Bartlett of the Yokum IRS office urged timely declaration and payment. If no estimate is filed final return and tax due by January 31 1955. full estimated tax paid by January 17 allows final return by April 15 1955.
D l ees opens its doors Friday from 9 a m to 5 30 p m with an open house at the former Cinada Pressing Shop building near the Eagle office. Owner Mrs Delores Tousignant says the store will offer millinery ladies wear and accessories and three prizes will be given away to registrants. Upstaris living quarters will house the Tousignants and family.
Funeral services were held for Mrs. Joe Etlinger 73 in Ganado and Moulton. She died Monday in Ganado hospital after moving there four years ago with her husband. Survived by five daughters seven grandchildren and multiple siblings. Her husband and a grandson died in Korea prior to her.
An old-fashioned barn dance sponsored by St. Joseph's School Club will be held at the VFW Hall this Sunday January 16. Music by Herb Wendel's orchestra. Three prizes and refreshments available. Everyone is invited.
Gonzales Henry Reese III editor and publisher of the Gonzales Inquirer is critically ill at Santa Rosa Hospital in San Antonio. The 47 year old former Texas A and M regent and Gonzales Warm Springs founder entered the hospital Tuesday of last week under care of a brain specialist.
Dr A I Harrisson at Yoakum laboratory warns yields depend on timely rain after a drought year. He notes 1954 had minimal rainfall but a few showers could boost the crop and pricing remains favorable due to low canned tomato stocks despite heavy plantings in Florida the Valley and Mexico.
Owners Mr and Mrs Emil Grunwald announce the closing of the Moulton Theatre effective Monday January 10 due to illness and advanced age.
Sgt Leon T Boehm son of Mr and Mrs Adolph Boehm of Rt 1 Moulton spent a week on leave in Tokyo from his unit in Korea. He is an engineer with the 79th Engineer Combat Battalion Co B, who arrived overseas last May.
The issue presents the financial condition of the ae and Merchants State Bank as of December 31. It compares totals to the prior year with total deposits down 333699.84 and loans and discounts reduced by 34715.86. Demand deposits fell 325234.22, with drought and poor cotton crops cited as contributing factors.
Fred Henneke chairman states the County Committee established plow under dates for fall 1954 legumes. Austrian Winter and Dixie Wonder Peas by February 15, Melilotus Indica Clover by March 10, Hutham Clover by April 15. If seed forms on these plants, farmers must report to the County Office for inspection before plowing. Government cost-sharing eligibility noted.
Burglar used the rain to enter Jim's Cafe via a rear window and stole change from the cash register. Owner Jim Novosad discovered the break in after entering the store and finding the clock stopped. Constable Ernest Laqua investigates.
Frederick Kram a retired farmer died at Wagner Hospital at age 77 years 4 months and 15 days. Funeral services were held at Buffington Funeral Home and Shiner Catholic Church with Rev Ha nacek officiating. Interment followed at Shiner Catholic Cemetery. He was born in Eichenzell Germany came to the United States in 1893 and married twice Mor garet Wendel in 1899 and Rosalia Erdelt in 1912. Survived by three sons Edmund Adam Charles and Victor a brother a sister seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren. He was a member of the WOW society.
A Karnes Fayette Nueces and Lavaca county delegation told the State ASC Committee at College Station that Lavaca needs 20 000 extra acres in 1955 to earn livings. The committee chaired by Robert Schrauner hears that allocations favor irrigated and larger counties, threatening town futures and prompting protests from small family farms.
Two short films on safety will be shown at the regular Chamber of Commerce meeting at the Fire Station Monday night January 17. The features are Miracle In Paradise Valley and Closed Book. Invite friends to attend.
A cold front Sunday night brought wind and rain. a total of 0.65 inches fell in the region with higher amounts in the Henkhaus area. Wednesday morning saw a slow drizzle continue as the front moved through.
The county March of Dimes drive is expected to gain momentum as Chapter Chairman Judge Paul Fertsch said the effort will move into full swing shortly. An involved community push aims to support medical research and services through fundraising and events led by local volunteers.
Local notice briefs dealers and farmers about the Emergency Feed Program. Eligible grains include corn oats barley and grain sorghum with mixed feeds meeting weight percentages. Farmers must verify grain amounts before signing, per Fred Henneke chairman. Lions club to lead locally with a $10000 county goal and drive set to finish quickly. Donations at the Eagle office and Farm Bureau Rural drive to follow.
Mr and Mrs John C Mueller observe their fiftieth wedding anniversary with an open house at their home from 2 p m to 7 p m on Sunday January 16 for relatives and acquaintances.
Bill Kortwig from near Moulton was named deputy sheriff for the Moulton area last week. F L Hofner remains deputy for the Witting area.
Louis Johnson, 73, died at his Flatonia area residence Saturday January 8 at 8 a.m. from a heart attack. Born April 1, 1881 in Leake County Mississippi, he moved to Texas as a child with his parents Jim and Mrs. Johnson and settled in Lee County. He continued ranching despite ill health and his sudden death shocked many.
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